Hoover SteamVac Spot & Stain Carpet Cleaner

After applying Hoover SteamVac Spot & Stain Carpet Cleaner you'll have to cool your heels for an extra-long 10 minutes. But rest assured that the wait time is worth it, since this powerful cleaner does a bang-up job removing most stains and can also be used to pre-treat soiled areas before a deep clean. Plus, it contains a protectant to help prevent future messes. However, this cleaner struggled to lift gravy stains — a big drawback if it's your turn to host Thanksgiving dinner this year. hoover.com.